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How Memphis rap created phonk
Learn about what phonk music is, explore its origins in Memphis rap, and dive into recent variants such as drift phonk and phonk house.
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Tips & Tutorials
Explore actionable production tips, step-by-step tutorials, track breakdowns, and more.
How does the theremin work? The instrument you never touch
Let's take a look at how the theremin uses the power of electromagnetic interference to create haunting-yet-beautiful portamento melodies.
12 challenges to level up your music production skills
Discover 12 music production challenges that can help you learn a new skill, try something different, and push yourself in ways you haven’t before.
5 creative ways to use Create mode
Here are five potentially less-obvious ways to use Create mode that might be worth considering the next time you're working on a track.
7 Collections for sparking new ideas for your music in 2024
We've compiled seven top-notch public Collections from expert artists and sound designers that can get your creative juices flowing in 2024.
How to set New Year’s resolutions for your music that actually stick
Learn how to approach your New Year's resolutions from a habit-building perspective that allows you to maintain focus and motivation well beyond January.
The best free music production plugins for 2024
Let's explore a selection of indispensable free music production plugins that can elevate your tracks without denting your budget.
3 strategies for auditioning samples: How to choose the right sound
We discuss some strategies you can apply to arrive to a decision the next time you're stuck between two (or ten) samples.
How to record and process bells
Explore the different ways bells can enhance a track, and learn how you can record and process them right in your home studio.
The best sampling software (VSTs and apps) in 2024
We’ve tried our fair share of virtual samplers—here are 16 of our favorites, from VST plugins to mobile apps.
How to mix your music with iZotope’s Neutron
From new views to unique modules and features, learn about some of the many powerful tools that iZotope's Neutron 4 has to offer to your mix.
The best tools for music producers (free sounds included)
From sound design plugins to platforms for sharing your music, explore some of the best tools out there for music producers.